Wyoming County, PA Population Statistics: Density Map Data
Analyze local population trends, population density map, housing costs, and the local economy.
Area Snapshot Statistics
Key statistics on population, economy, housing, and commuting compared to state and national averages. Explore interactive maps for deeper analysis.
Population: density and quick facts
| Metric | Wyoming County | Pennsylvania Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 26,331 | 12,851,405 | 334,821,731 |
| Population density (per sq mi) | 65.1 | 278.8 | 85.8 |
| Population growth (%/yr) | -1.02% | 0.21% | 0.57% |
| Median age | 45.3 | 41.5 | 37.1 |
| Households | 10,881 | 5,230,563 | 128,459,983 |
Population in Wyoming County declined by 6.8% from 2009 to 2023, reaching 26,041 in 2023.
Population Growth 2009–2023
Race & Ethnicity
Economy
Wyoming County has a the economy index of C, which means it is somewhat prosperous.
| Metric | Wyoming County | Pennsylvania Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $70,004 | $76,231 | $78,145 |
| Income growth (%/yr) | 3.88% | 4.69% | 5.07% |
| Unemployment rate | 4.7% | 5.2% | 5.2% |
The median household income in Wyoming County is about 8% lower than in Pennsylvania.
Housing
| Metric | Wyoming County | Pennsylvania Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home price | $249,924 | $154,283 | $242,182 |
| Median rent | $896 | $1,161 | $1,342 |
| Homeownership rate | 76.8% | 69.3% | 65.1% |
The median home price in Wyoming County is about 23.2 years' worth of rent — buying at the median price costs roughly as much as paying the median rent of $896 per month for that long.
Commute Time & Mobility
Commuters in Wyoming County spend about 46 minutes on the road round trip each working day. Over a typical 250-day work year, that adds up to roughly 190 hours, about 7.9 full days, spent commuting.
| Metric | Wyoming County | Pennsylvania Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| One-way commute (min) | 22.8 | 22.5 | 22.5 |
| Round-trip commute (min) | 45.5 | 44.9 | 44.9 |
| Yearly time spent (hours) | 190 | 187 | 187 |
| Estimated yearly cost | $5,880 | $5,802 | $5,803 |
| Work from home | 7.7% | 13.8% | 13.4% |
| Highway traffic (vehicles/day) | 4,884 | 6,862 | 8,813 |
| Local road traffic (vehicles/day) | 762 | 1,152 | 1,355 |
Fastest commutes among counties in
Pennsylvania:
Cameron County (12.2 min), Elk County (15.4 min), Union County (16.3 min).
Slowest:
Pike County (33.0 min), Perry County (31.8 min), Carbon County (30.6 min).
The average commute time in Wyoming County is 23 minutes, longer than the 22 minutes in Pennsylvania.
Estimated yearly cost applies a single national wage rule of thumb (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics average hourly earnings), not a measurement of wages in this area. Traffic volume figures come from proprietary Ticon and TrafficZoom data.
Education & Households
Wyoming County has a education index of D, which means it is barely educated.
| Metric | Wyoming County | Pennsylvania Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 20.3% | 31.4% | 31.6% |
| Average household size | 2.33 | 2.40 | 2.54 |
Highest education index among counties in
Pennsylvania:
Chester County (0.4), Montgomery County (0.4), Allegheny County (0.4).
Lowest:
Forest County (0.1), Mifflin County (0.2), Juniata County (0.2).
Health
Wyoming County has a health index of B, which means it is quite healthy.
| Metric | Wyoming County | Pennsylvania Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy (years) | 79.4 | 78.4 | 78.3 |
| Self-rated poor health | 14.7% | 15.7% | 16.3% |
| Smokers | 20.5% | 20.1% | 19.0% |
Highest health index among counties in
Pennsylvania:
Montgomery County (0.8), Centre County (0.8), Chester County (0.8).
Lowest:
Forest County (0.8), Mifflin County (0.8), Jefferson County (0.8).
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wyoming County, Pennsylvania.
What is the population of Wyoming County, Pennsylvania?
The population of Wyoming County, Pennsylvania is 26,331, compared to the U.S. total of 334,821,731.
What is the population density of Wyoming County, Pennsylvania?
The population density of Wyoming County, Pennsylvania is 65.1 people per square mile, compared to the U.S. average of 85.8 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in Wyoming County, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Wyoming County, Pennsylvania is $70,004, compared to the U.S. median of $78,145.
What is the median home price in Wyoming County, Pennsylvania?
The median home price in Wyoming County, Pennsylvania is $249,924, compared to the U.S. median of $242,182.
What is the unemployment rate in Wyoming County, Pennsylvania?
The unemployment rate in Wyoming County, Pennsylvania is 4.7%, compared to the U.S. average of 5.2%.